Other performers transfixed audiences yesterday in Wachner Place and Queens Park.

Mr Spin kicked off the day at Wachner Place with a modernised clown routine, that included slapstick, juggling and a unicycle.

Mr Spin began dancing at the age of seven before bouncing around Australian and European circuses.

Several performers have travelled south from Christchurch's World Buskers Festival.

Mr Spin said despite Southland still being a relatively new festival, it had potential. "I did a show last night and it was great, this festival really has a lot and it will only grow as people support it."

The festival will continue over the weekend in five locations: Queens Park, South City, Wachner Place, the Scottish Hall and Southern Farmers Markets.